Which of These Diseases Would Most Likely Be Identified by Viewing

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of these diseases would most likely be identified by viewing a stained blood smear in a light microscope?

• A) HIV
• B) Chagas disease
• C) Dengue fever
• D) Ebola hemorrhagic fever

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Definitions:

Spontaneous Abortion

Refers to the natural end of a pregnancy before the fetus can survive outside the womb, often known as a miscarriage.

Gestation

The period of time between the fertilization of an egg and the birth of an organism, commonly used in reference to pregnancies.

Malnutrition

A condition resulting from an imbalanced diet in which nutrients are either insufficient or excessive, leading to health problems.

Nutrients

Substances obtained from food necessary for growth, metabolism, and overall health maintenance.